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ICYMI: here's the week's 7 biggest tech news stories from the major GTA 6 leaks to Meta's $1.4 trillion lawsuit

This week’s top tech stories include a massive $1.4 trillion lawsuit against Meta, significant leaks for Grand Theft Auto 6, and new regulatory developments for home solar.

Key Points

  • Meta faces a potential $1.4 trillion lawsuit from 32 US states alleging the company intentionally designed platforms to addict teenage users.
  • Hacker group Cyberleek leaked gameplay, cutscenes, and the map for Grand Theft Auto 6, protesting Rockstar’s shift to digital-only game releases.
  • The UK will legalize plug-in home solar kits on August 27, with UKSOL launching compatible systems starting at £699.
  • Amazon updated Kindle Oasis software to enforce stricter DRM and require internet connections for reading library books borrowed via Libby.
  • A Tesla Robotaxi was filmed colliding with traffic posts in Texas, raising concerns as the company prepares to trial its autonomous Cybercab.
  • The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold launched with hardware improvements like IP68 protection and a lighter build, though camera upgrades remain limited.

Why it Matters

These developments highlight growing regulatory and public scrutiny regarding the safety, privacy, and business practices of major technology corporations. From potential trillion-dollar legal liabilities to consumer pushback against digital restrictions, these events signal a shifting landscape for how tech companies interact with users and regulators.
TechRadar Published by hamish.hector@futurenet.com (Hamish Hector) , Hamish Hector
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